Eating ice cream late at night may harm sleep and brain function

During the summer season, the consumption of cold drinks and ice cream increases as people try to cope with the heat. Ice cream is loved by people of all ages but very few are aware of the negative effects of eating it late at night. A study published in the Agricultural Research Journal of Ethiopia suggests that eating ice cream late at night may affect brain function.

Increased blood sugar levels

Ice cream contains high amounts of sugar and fat. It is typically made using full-fat milk and cream. Eating ice cream late at night can lead to “brain fog” because it causes a rapid spike in glucose levels which also affects insulin released by the pancreas.

Sleep disturbance

In addition, it can disrupt sleep patterns and negatively affect brain performance the next morning. Avoiding ice cream at night can help prevent many of these issues.

Digestive system impact

Late-night ice cream consumption may increase inflammation and disrupt gut microbiome function. Due to its high fat and sugar content, it slows down digestion and can lead to indigestion problems.

When is best time to eat sweets?

The best time to eat sweets is during the day or early evening when the body can digest them more effectively.